Wellington Sierra Leone Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ

12/07/2026

It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Sister Hannah Foday, who faithfully served as the Wellington Sierra Leone Stake Primary President.

Sister Hannah was on her way to witness the Stake Primary Quiz Competition when she was tragically involved in a motorcycle accident. Despite every effort to save her life, she was later pronounced dead at Wellington Satellite Hospital.

Her sudden passing is a heartbreaking loss to her family, the children she loved and served, the Wellington Sierra Leone Stake, and all who had the privilege of knowing her. She was a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ whose life was marked by faith, humility, love, and selfless service. Her unwavering dedication to the children of the Church and the work of the Lord will always be remembered.

As we mourn this painful loss, we extend our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones. We pray that our Heavenly Father will comfort and strengthen them during this difficult time and gant them peace through the hope of the Resurrection.

May the soul of our dear Sister
Hannah Foday rest in eternal peace. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

04/07/2026

Today, Saturday, July 4, 2026, the Wellington Sierra Leone Stake witnessed a remarkable miracle as 26 precious souls entered the waters of baptism at our beautiful Stake Centre in Allentown—setting a new baptismal record for our Stake!

A heartfelt congratulations to Wellington 2nd Ward, the oldest ward in our Stake, for bringing 12 baptismal candidates, the highest number of any ward today. Your faith, dedication, and missionary efforts are truly inspiring!

The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ reminds us of our sacred responsibility after baptism:

"...their names were taken, that they might be remembered and nourished by the good word of God, to keep them continually watchful unto prayer, relying alone upon the merits of Christ." — Moroni 6:4

Our covenant extends beyond baptism. We are called to love, teach, strengthen, and minister to every new disciple of Jesus Christ.

To all 26 newly baptized members, welcome to the family of Jesus Christ! We rejoice with you and look forward to worshipping, serving, and growing together in faith.

"The worth of souls is great in the sight of God." — Doctrine and Covenants 18:10

27/06/2026

27/06/2026

on today's 27th June, 2026 Wellington Stake YSA Gathering Place Exhibition ceremony.

27/06/2026

Wellington Sierra Leone Stake Certifies 299 Young Single Adults in Technical and Vocational Skills

The Wellington Sierra Leone Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Sierra Leone today, 27 June 2026, celebrated the graduation and certification of 299 Young Single Adults (YSAs) who successfully completed technical and vocational skills training under the Fifth Cohort of the YSA Gathering Place.

Held at the Wellington Stake Centre, Allentown, the exhibition ceremony showcased the participants' achievements in Tailoring, Catering, Bead Making, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Decoration, Make-up Artistry, and Hairdressing. The event reflected the Church's commitment to equipping young adults with practical skills that foster confidence, employability, and self-reliance.

Speaking at the ceremony, President Ndemowoma Y. Mustapha, Second Counselor in the Wellington Sierra Leone Stake Presidency, remarked:

"Self-reliance is more than acquiring a skill or earning an income. It is becoming the kind of disciple Jesus Christ expects us to be—prepared to provide for ourselves, strengthen our families, serve our communities, and lift those in need. Like the Good Samaritan, when we prepare ourselves both spiritually and temporally, the Lord can use us to bless the lives of others."

In his keynote address, Stake President Sammy Baldwin Moses encouraged members, especially the Young Single Adults, to make the most of the opportunities provided through the YSA Gathering Place. He emphasized that acquiring practical skills is a pathway to both physical and spiritual self-reliance. He also expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Stake Young Single Adult Representatives, Sister Fatmata Bangura and Brother James Idrissa Kailie, together with all the instructors and volunteers, for their invaluable dedication and service in making the programme a success.

The programme also featured inspiring messages from Elder and Sister Asim Amid Newton, the missionary couple assigned to the YSA Gathering Place, Brother Edmond Foday Sallu, Sister Memunatu Bangura, and Sister Mariama Seray Junisa, Wellington Sierra Leone Stake Relief Society President.

Registration for the next cohort begins immediately, with training scheduled to commence in early July 2026.

Congratulations to all 299 graduates! May the knowledge and skills you have gained continue to bless your lives, strengthen your families, and enable you to serve others as faithful disciples of Jesus Christ.

16/05/2026

On Friday, May 15, 2026, the Young Women of Calaba Town Ward 1 and Branch 2 in the Wellington Sierra Leone Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints carried out a humanitarian outreach activity as part of their faith-based service and personal development initiatives.

The activity took place at Zee’s International Bilingual Academy, Calaba Town, where the young women donated various teaching and learning materials to support early childhood education, particularly within the Nursery Department of the school. Items presented included whiteboard markers, pencils, erasers, sharpeners, baby potties/stools, and a carpet for the nursery classroom and playroom.

The initiative primarily benefited nursery pupils and was aimed at improving the learning environment while promoting care, comfort, and educational development among young children.

The outreach also reflected the values and purpose of the Young Women organization within the Church, which focuses on helping young women strengthen their faith in Jesus Christ, develop leadership qualities, render meaningful service, and positively impact their communities.

Recently, the Church announced new Young Women age-group names globally to further emphasize faith, hope, divine identity, and spiritual progression among young women. The new age-groups are now known as “Builders of Faith” for young women aged 12–13, “Messengers of Hope” for those aged 14–15, and “Gatherers of Light” for young women aged 16–18. Church leaders explained that the names are intended to help young women better understand their divine role in God’s work and reflect their spiritual dignity as daughters of God.

Speaking during the donation exercise, Sister Edith Fatmata Bassie of the Calaba Town Young Women organization encouraged the young women to continue exemplifying Christlike love through service to others, noting that such activities help nurture compassion, responsibility, and community involvement among the youth.

The event concluded in an atmosphere of gratitude and joy as school authorities and beneficiaries expressed appreciation for the thoughtful gesture and commitment demonstrated by the young women toward supporting education and child welfare within the community.

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03/05/2026

Wellington Sierra Leone Stake Conference Emphasizes Following Jesus Christ in Daily Life

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone — Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Wellington Sierra Leone Stake gathered on May 2–3, 2026, at the stake center in Wan Pole, Allentown, for their semi-annual stake conference. Held under the theme, “Jesus Is the Way,” the two-day conference featured messages from local leaders and a temple missionary, all centered on strengthening faith in Jesus Christ and applying His teachings in daily life.

Saturday Session

The Saturday morning session focused on building a strong spiritual foundation through personal devotion and faithful living.

President Ndemowoma Y. Mustapha, second counselor in the stake presidency, invited members to commit to daily study of the Book of Mormon as a means of nourishing their testimonies. He emphasized that consistent scripture study deepens faith and strengthens discipleship in Jesus Christ.

Sister Ella Yeama Yanka Kamara, stake self-reliance specialist, taught the importance of spiritual preparedness. She encouraged members to hold a current temple recommend and attend the temple as often as possible, noting that temple worship brings peace, direction, and spiritual strength.

Brother Amid Asin Newton spoke on the significance of Sabbath day observance and the sacrament. In his address, “Always Remember Him by Partaking of the Sacrament and Cherishing Each Sabbath Day,” he reminded members of the importance of renewing covenants and remaining on the covenant path.

Bishop Ansumana Sonnah addressed the principle of repentance, teaching that applying the Atonement of Jesus Christ brings healing, renewal, and spiritual progress.

Concluding the session, President Sammy B. Moses taught principles of wise financial management and administration “in the Lord’s way,” emphasizing self-reliance, integrity, and caring for those in need as disciples of Christ.

Sunday Session

The Sunday session expanded on the theme by focusing on practical ways to follow Christ through self-reliance, prayer, temple worship, and righteous living.

Bishop Jeremy Rahim Kamara taught that self-reliance includes both spiritual and temporal preparedness. He encouraged members to pursue education and vocational skills to better provide for themselves and their families.

Sister Mariama Seray Jumisa, stake Relief Society president, emphasized Christlike love and missionary work, inviting members to love others, share the gospel, and bring others unto Christ.

Sister Hannah Foday highlighted the importance of sincere daily personal and family prayer, teaching that consistent prayer invites divine guidance and protection.

President Ndemowoma Yakuba Mustapha addressed the dangers of drug abuse among youth, urging parents and young single adults to remain vigilant, stay engaged in seminary and institute programs, and actively participate in Church gatherings.

Elder Farr, serving at the construction site of the Freetown Sierra Leone Temple, testified of the importance of temple work, emphasizing the need to receive sacred ordinances such as endowments and sealings for individual and family salvation.

In his concluding remarks, President Sammy Baldwin Moses outlined key steps toward becoming “holy and without blemish,” focusing on faith in Jesus Christ, repentance, and restitution. He invited members to reflect on their lives and make necessary changes in alignment with the Savior’s teachings. He also counseled members to uphold moral standards, strengthen family relationships, and live with integrity as disciples of Christ.

Unified Message

Across both sessions, a consistent message emerged: placing Jesus Christ at the center of personal and family life through daily scripture study, temple worship, Sabbath observance, repentance, prayer, self-reliance, and faithful stewardship. Members were encouraged to not only believe in Christ but to actively follow Him in thought, word, and action.

Communication Team, Wellington Sierra Leone Stake

22/03/2026

at the 184th Relief Society birthday celebration

Wellington Sierra Leone Stake Relief Society